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Level 2 Business Improvement Techniques

Course code: XPZV001P

Subject area: Online Courses

Study level: Part Time

Course level: 2

Course details

Course time:

Flexible

Days of week:

Flexible

Course date:

Flexible Start - 31st Jul 2025

Course location:

Online

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

This qualification serves as a comprehensive introduction to business improvement techniques, offering learners valuable insights into their application across various sectors and roles. It is designed to cater to a diverse range of individuals, including those eager to acquire knowledge of business improvement methods, individuals tasked with enhancing organizational performance, and individuals in search of a career change or skill enhancement. The qualification is equally beneficial for learners pursuing related qualifications or seeking opportunities across multiple sectors.
The course content of this certificate program is carefully crafted to provide a deep and broad understanding of business improvement techniques. Learners will delve into topics such as effective team collaboration, principles supporting workplace organization, the application of continuous improvement techniques like Kaizen, visual management systems, problem-solving strategies, and flow process analysis. By mastering these areas, participants are equipped to drive positive change within their organizations, bolstering overall operational efficiency.
Course units
Unit 1: Safe and effective team working
Unit 2: Workplace organisation
Unit 3: Continuous improvement (Kaizen)
Unit 4: Visual management systems
Unit 5: Problem solving
Unit 6: Flow process analysis
What next?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Business-Improvement Techniques
• Level 3 qualifications in Business Improvement Techniques
• Level 4 qualifications in Business Improvement Techniques.
Entry criteria
Learners must be aged 19 or above and have not previously completed a similar qualification to qualify for funding. Some courses may have additional specific prerequisites. Please see fee information for funding requirements, or discuss upon enquiry.
Fee information
These courses are government funded. To be able to study for free you must meet the following criteria:

- You must currently live in England

- You must have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years for purposes other than study

- You must be over the age of 19

- You must not be an apprentice

- You must not be currently studying another funded course.

Individual courses may have additional eligibility criteria, please contact onlinecourses@abingdon-witney.ac.uk for more information.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £579.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £579.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

Qualifications received
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques (603/4306/0)
Learning & method assessment
This course is taught online and can be accessed remotely.